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Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Brian James A-Max 305
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross and has a bed 70cm (2.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer has a bed 70cm (2.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Brian James A-Max 305 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2600kg |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | 4.3m x 1.96m |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | - |
| Payload | - | 2035kg |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Brian James A-Max 305. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3550 Platform Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 70cm (2.5ft) longer
A large flatbed trailer for carrying machinery, building materials or vehicles, with the bed width and length expandable to suit the load. It is bought mainly by contractors and plant hire firms needing a 3.5 tonne platform.
Full 3550 Platform Trailer specifications →Buy or hire the A-Max 305 if...
Suits owners of larger saloons or estate cars who have outgrown the shorter A-Max 210 but do not need a full car-transporter range trailer. The extra bed length and payload give more margin for a heavier road car.
Full A-Max 305 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer and the Brian James A-Max 305?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross and has a bed 70cm (2.5ft) longer. The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Brian James A-Max 305 is a a longer, higher-capacity version of the A-Max flatbed car trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the Brian James A-Max 305 on a car licence?
Yes, as far as the licence goes. Both are rated at or under 3,500kg gross, and a car (B) licence has covered towing up to 3,500kg since 16 December 2021. Your car still has to be rated to tow the loaded weight - check the handbook or the VIN plate.
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